Marcus Rashford would relish the chance to go in goal for Manchester United

Despite being a forward for Manchester United and England, the 20-year-old says that his hero when growing up was former United and Everton goalkeeper Tim Howard.

Speaking on a return to his old boys' club Fletcher Moss Rangers - Rashford said: "My first season, I went in net."

"Tim Howard was my idol. I used to have a little Tim Howard shirt."

American goalkeeper Howard was at Old Trafford from 2003-2007, but is more well-known for his nine-year spell at Everton.

The 38-year-old is currently back in the MLS with Colorado Rapids.

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“The thrill of scoring a goal, you get that same thrill when you save a good chance”

Marcus Rashford

Rashford suggested that if United ever needed an outfield player to don the gloves during a game, he would be first in line.

He added: "You watch, there'll be a game... I'm going to get the gloves one day!"

Last week Rashford spoke of how he was inspired by Brazilian duo Ronaldo and Ronaldinho when growing up.

"He [Ronaldo] was my brother's favourite player - that's why I've grown up watching so much of him and his games," Rashford said.

"It's all those clips on YouTube and my first ever game that I saw live, he was playing in it.

"I always remember it. It was in 2003 and scored a hat-trick. I was only young, though."

Marcus Rashford was speaking at Fletcher Moss Rangers to celebrate the McDonald's Kit Scheme giving away 250,000 free kits in its 15th year supporting grassroots football in the UK. For more information visit: www.mcdonalds.co.uk/betterplay #MoreThanAShirt